The khat controversy : stimulating the debate on drugs
Anderson, D
The khat controversy : stimulating the debate on drugs - Oxford Berg c2007 - Cultures of consumption series .
This book discusses the multifaceted issues arising from the production, distribution, and consumption of khat. Khat is a natural substance that is hugely popular in some African and Arab populations, similar to coffee in the West. But critics contend that it is a seriously addictive stimulant that damages the cardiovascular system. Featuring numerous case studies, the book explores contemporary issues relating to globalization, ethnicity and culture, and elaborates on the implications of khat becoming available in the West. It provides a concise introduction to the issues surrounding khat usage and suggests how policymakers should address them.
1845202511 9781845202514
The khat controversy : stimulating the debate on drugs - Oxford Berg c2007 - Cultures of consumption series .
This book discusses the multifaceted issues arising from the production, distribution, and consumption of khat. Khat is a natural substance that is hugely popular in some African and Arab populations, similar to coffee in the West. But critics contend that it is a seriously addictive stimulant that damages the cardiovascular system. Featuring numerous case studies, the book explores contemporary issues relating to globalization, ethnicity and culture, and elaborates on the implications of khat becoming available in the West. It provides a concise introduction to the issues surrounding khat usage and suggests how policymakers should address them.
1845202511 9781845202514